World CP day raises awareness for Cerebral Palsy and celebrates the lives of the people who have looked beyond their disability to create better lives, accomplish achievements and inspire others living with Cerebral Palsy. Cerebral Palsy is the most common physical disability in childhood affecting 17 million people worldwide. It can affect different parts of the body as well as movement and posture, and is almost always accompanied by other associated conditions such as epilepsy.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Australia continues to support and encourage Award Participants of all abilities to challenge themselves and achieve their goals. Many Participants successfully complete their Duke of Ed Award, despite their disability.
Award Holders such as Nicholas Lapsley is just one example of an individual who stepped out of his comfort zone and completed his Bronze Duke of Ed Award.
“I want people to remember that people like myself are capable of being independent and competitive”
Read Nicholas's story HERE
Watch inspiring videos HERE
Sport and adventure go hand in hand and for Coco, they’ve been life-changing. Inspired by her siblings, Coco set out to complete the Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, determined to embrace every challenge. Aligning the Duke of Ed Framework with her passion for sport, Coco chose wheelchair racing for her Physical Section. Already a […]
How the Duke of Ed can fill the gap In an era of rapid technological change and evolving workforce expectations, new research published by Harvard Business Review (HBR) highlights a powerful trend: human-centred capabilities, often called human skills, are now more valuable than ever. As organisations respond to generative AI, automation and shifting job structures, employers are […]
Changes to Duke of Ed Bronze Level now live! Today is a landmark moment for the Duke of Ed in Australia! One of the most significant updates in our history is now live: a re-imagined Bronze Level that makes the Duke of Ed more accessible, inclusive and scalable than ever before. Why We’re Evolving As […]
